Treatment and Recovery Flashcards

What is an 'intervention' in the context of substance use treatment?

Answer: A structured, planned meeting where loved ones express concern and encourage someone to seek treatment

An intervention is an organized effort by family and friends to confront a person about their substance use and motivate them to enter treatment.

Which level of care involves living at a treatment facility full-time for intensive addiction treatment?

Answer: Residential treatment

Residential treatment (inpatient rehab) provides 24-hour care in a structured facility, appropriate for severe addiction or those with unstable home environments.

What does 'recovery capital' refer to in addiction treatment?

Answer: The internal and external resources a person has to support and sustain recovery

Recovery capital includes personal strengths, social support, housing, employment, and healthcare access that collectively support long-term sobriety.

What is the role of a 'sponsor' in 12-step recovery programs?

Answer: An experienced program member who provides one-on-one guidance and support to a newcomer

A sponsor is a person with sustained sobriety in the program who mentors a newer member through the 12 steps and provides personal accountability.

Which statement about addiction treatment is accurate according to ADAPT principles?

Answer: Effective treatment addresses substance use and any co-occurring mental health, medical, and social issues

Effective addiction treatment is comprehensive, addressing biological, psychological, and social factors — not just the substance use itself.

Why is long-term follow-up care (aftercare) important after completing a primary treatment program?

Answer: Addiction is a chronic condition and ongoing support reduces relapse risk during high-risk periods

Like managing diabetes or heart disease, addiction requires ongoing management; aftercare programs provide continued support during the vulnerable post-treatment period.